How to tell which food is more ultra-processed
It's cold out there, which may make you want to eat some comfort food. But much of that food may be ultra-processed, which has been linked to obesity, diabetes and even heart disease.
It's cold out there, which may make you want to eat some comfort food. But much of that food may be ultra-processed, which has been linked to obesity, diabetes and even heart disease.
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Costco salmon recalled for listeria elevated to highest risk level by FDA
The recalled salmon has been removed from store shelves, but consumers are still urged to check their freezers.
The recalled salmon has been removed from store shelves, but consumers are still urged to check their freezers.
Bird flu outbreak spreads, Illinois doctor weighs in
Bird flu is spreading amongst animals. Here's what humans should know.
Bird flu is spreading amongst animals. Here's what humans should know.
Popular organic milk brand recalls thousands of cartons due to 'premature spoiling'
A popular brand of organic milk is recalling thousands of cartons of milk due to spoilage concerns, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
A popular brand of organic milk is recalling thousands of cartons of milk due to spoilage concerns, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Feeling extra tired? This virus could be the culprit, study suggests
Cases of chronic fatigue syndrome are 15 times higher than pre-pandemic.
Cases of chronic fatigue syndrome are 15 times higher than pre-pandemic.
Pfizer to pay nearly $60M over kickbacks for migraine drug once promoted by Lady Gaga
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
Alabama woman becomes longest living recipient of pig organ transplant
Towana Looney, an Alabama woman who received a gene-edited pig kidney transplant, has surpassed two months post-surgery, making her the longest living recipient of such a transplant.
Towana Looney, an Alabama woman who received a gene-edited pig kidney transplant, has surpassed two months post-surgery, making her the longest living recipient of such a transplant.
'Mental health meets hip hop' event comes to Chicago
The Harold Washington Cultural Center will host speakers, performances and mentoring centered on how mental health impacts Chicago's communities.
The Harold Washington Cultural Center will host speakers, performances and mentoring centered on how mental health impacts Chicago's communities.
Terminal cancer patient's dying wish: To hug her mother one last time
A terminally ill cancer patient, who is undocumented, has one dying wish -- to hug her mother while she's still alive.
A terminally ill cancer patient, who is undocumented, has one dying wish -- to hug her mother while she's still alive.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois closing 4 health centers, including one in Chicago
Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is closing four health centers across the state, including one in Chicago.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is closing four health centers across the state, including one in Chicago.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois closing 4 health centers across the state
Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is closing four health centers across the state.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois (PPIL) is closing four health centers across the state.
What to know about hormone testing
How do you know if it's time to get your hormones tested and checked? Dr. Shikha Jain breaks it down.
How do you know if it's time to get your hormones tested and checked? Dr. Shikha Jain breaks it down.
Medical debt no longer appearing on credit reports - what that means for you
A local financial professional weighed in on a new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule.
A local financial professional weighed in on a new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule.
FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression
Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.
Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.
Chicago flu, COVID vaccine uptake down from recent years, CDPH says
Vaccinations for flu and COVID-19 in Chicago are down from last year, according to a report by local health officials.
Vaccinations for flu and COVID-19 in Chicago are down from last year, according to a report by local health officials.
Bani's Beets serves delicious organic cold-pressed juice in Chicago
Bani's Beets in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood serves delicious and organic cold-pressed juice.
Bani's Beets in Chicago's Beverly neighborhood serves delicious and organic cold-pressed juice.
Cancer deaths dropped 34% over three decades in U.S.: report
A new cancer report is shedding some light on the advances of early cancer detection, and why it's so important to keep up with those screenings.
A new cancer report is shedding some light on the advances of early cancer detection, and why it's so important to keep up with those screenings.
Surgeon says insurance provider contacted her during patient's surgery
“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.
“I can’t believe this is happening." A Texas surgeon was performing surgery when she received an unexpected call from the patient’s insurance provider.
New book 'Eat Your Age' offers tips to live longer and healthier
Dr. Ian K. Smith talks about lessons from his new book "Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer."
Dr. Ian K. Smith talks about lessons from his new book "Eat Your Age: Feel Younger, Be Happier, Live Longer."